Have you tried all the different filter settings on your DAC to see how they affect the bass? I have the same DAC and found the fourth or fifth setting to sound leaner than the first. I prefer the first setting in my setup most of the time but sometimes switch to a different filter if the recording sounds too boomy. You've probably already done that but if not, could be a free fix.
Rega DAC: Cable suggestions
just got a Rega dac. I am pretty happy with the dac but it is a little bassy. From reseach some people have found this dac bassy while others have not. Depends on system.
I originally had a best buy digital cord which was very bad with bass conrol. I then purchased a cheap Blue Jean Cable which was much impproved.
I really need better bass control and I am looking for suggestions for for a Digital Cable, Interconnects, and power cord up grade.
I would like to keep the budget for each cord from $100-150 new or used. I know not much $$$ but the primary goal is bass control or improved bass. The soundstage is good of course if I could find a cable/cords that could help the bass and expand the soundstage it would be a plus.
also if I need to exceed my buget I will and just buy one cable at a time.
System: Marantz 5004 CDP -transport to Rega Dac- Feed into an Exposure XV Super Intergrated- Speakers are System Audio Mantra 10.
Currently using stock rega power cord, blue Jeans digital cords. Unknown interconnect given to me by friend.
I also really want to avoid bright cables or a bright sound. That is why I went with the Rega. Any direct experience with a Rega Dac would by extremely helpful.
I originally had a best buy digital cord which was very bad with bass conrol. I then purchased a cheap Blue Jean Cable which was much impproved.
I really need better bass control and I am looking for suggestions for for a Digital Cable, Interconnects, and power cord up grade.
I would like to keep the budget for each cord from $100-150 new or used. I know not much $$$ but the primary goal is bass control or improved bass. The soundstage is good of course if I could find a cable/cords that could help the bass and expand the soundstage it would be a plus.
also if I need to exceed my buget I will and just buy one cable at a time.
System: Marantz 5004 CDP -transport to Rega Dac- Feed into an Exposure XV Super Intergrated- Speakers are System Audio Mantra 10.
Currently using stock rega power cord, blue Jeans digital cords. Unknown interconnect given to me by friend.
I also really want to avoid bright cables or a bright sound. That is why I went with the Rega. Any direct experience with a Rega Dac would by extremely helpful.
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